By Lisa Isen Baumal
This past year, I was part of a handful of educators who collaborated as the writing team for a new Canadian Reform curriculum on Israel for supplementary schools across the country. This past week, educators from Reform congregations spanning from the Maritimes to Vancouver gathered in Toronto for a three-day conference to learn the curriculum, and take a deep dive into how to teach Israel to our learners. Myself, along with two of our Holy Blossom YEC teachers – Tali Weiss and Shelby Nemhauser, participated. Both the CJN and Ha’aretz covered this new, exciting and engaging curriculum. I can’t wait for our teachers here at Holy Blossom to dig into it and have meaningful and important conversations about Israel with our students this year!
March 6 (in time for Purim!)
One of the mitzvot of Purim is Michloach Manot – a basket of goodies exchanged amongst friends, families and neighbours. The book of Esther, instructs us to send gifts to each other at the time of Purim. These baskets contain at least 2 types of food, including hamantaschen, and other sweet treats, fruit, candy, etc.
Once you register, you will receive an email with guidelines on what should be included in your Michloach Manot basket. This is an excellent opportunity to be creative – everyone in the house can add something! In addition to the food items, pictures, jokes, or other craft items are a great addition.
Families must register to participate by TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21st. You will receive the name of your ‘Mystery Mordechai’ recipient by February 23rd.
It is traditional to deliver Mishloach Manot on the day of Purim, which is Monday, March 6th this year. Please plan to deliver your Michloach Manot between March 1-6 so that it can be enjoyed as part of Purim festivities.
Have questions? Contact Lisa at [email protected]
Chag Purim Sameach!!!!
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